Carl Pilcher Returns to NAI as Interim Director

Carl returned to the Institute August 11, 2014, serving on a half-time basis for approximately one year, as the selection of a permanent director is completed.

Dr. Pilcher has had careers in both academia and NASA management. Dr. Pilcher retired as Director of the NAI in early 2013, after leading the Institute for more than six years. Prior to directing the Institute, he was the Senior Scientist for Astrobiology at NASA Headquarters with overall management responsibility for NASA's Astrobiology Program.